The Honda Ridgeline is a new answer to an old problem: How do you make a big truck small? The usual solution is build a full-size truck in miniature, with body-on-frame construction and a solid axle in the rear. The new-for-2017 Honda Ridgeline has found another path. It's built like a crossover SUV, with unibody construction and four-wheel independent suspension. The result is a pickup truck that trumps other midsize trucks in terms of ride, handling and overall smoothness.

And yet this innovative design doesn't impact its usability as much as you might expect: The Ridgeline's pickup bed is longer and wider than the competition's, and it carries more cargo. It has a two-way tailgate and an innovative in-bed trunk: a sizable (and lockable) storage bin beneath the bed floor.

Yes, there are compromises. The Ridgeline tows less than other midsize trucks, which generally pull in the 6,000- to 7,500-pound range. The Ridgeline with optional all-wheel drive is limited to 5,000 pounds. The two-wheel-drive Ridgeline is rated for just 3,500 pounds of towing. (It's also front-wheel-drive, not rear-wheel.) And while the all-wheel-drive system is great for bad-weather traction, the lack of a low range, and the Ridgeline's reduced ground clearance mean it can't venture as far off the beaten path as some dedicated off-road pickups.

On the other hand, a highlight of the Ridgeline's design is its spacious four-door crew cab, which is roomier and easier to see out of than other midsize pickups. Whether you're up front or in the back, seat comfort and space are excellent. The dashboard design is user-friendly and quality is top-notch. Our one big complaint — and it is a big one — is the touchscreen infotainment system found in higher trim levels. The interface is irritating, the touch-zones are tiny, and the volume slider is just plain wonky. We prefer the entry-level stereo system, which lacks navigation but has an ordinary volume knob. You'll have to do without Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, however.

All Ridgelines are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 delivering 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. EPA fuel economy estimates are 22 mpg combined (19 city/26 highway) for the front-wheel-drive version and 21 mpg combined (18 city/25 highway) with all-wheel drive. Acceleration is quick and smooth: 7.0 seconds to 60 mph in Edmunds testing. Handling and ride quality both far exceed that of other midsize pickup trucks. Some pickup trucks may have carlike attributes, but this one drives like a car, period. However, if you need to tow a heavy trailer or want to do any serious off-roading, the Ridgeline is not your best choice.

Honda builds the Ridgeline in a staggering seven models: RT, RTS, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, RTL-E and Black Edition. Hondas generally have no options: The trim level determines equipment. The base RT, however, is not a stripped-down work truck, but one with a decent level of standard equipment. Subsequent trim levels add desirable comfort and safety equipment. Whatever your preference, Edmunds can help find the perfect 2017 Honda Ridgeline for you.

Save up to $300 on one of 30 used 2017 Honda Ridgelines for sale at dealerships within 25 miles of Ashburn, Virginia with prices as low as $28995 as of Feb 21, 2018, based on data from 18 dealers and 73 consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from 1 to 5 out of 5 stars.

Price comparisons for used 2017 Honda Ridgeline trim styles:

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL is priced around $32655 with average odometer reading of 14688 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RT is priced around $28995 with average odometer reading of 18281 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL-T is priced around $32741 with average odometer reading of 17459 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition is priced around $38003 with average odometer reading of 13991 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline Sport is priced around $32395 with average odometer reading of 16661 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTS is priced around $31325 with average odometer reading of 5137 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E is priced around $38290 with average odometer reading of 11075 miles.

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Is the 2017 Honda Ridgeline a good car? Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2017 Ridgeline featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.

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What do people think of the 2017 Honda Ridgeline? Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2017 Ridgeline a 4.5 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2017 Ridgeline.

Vehicle Black Edition 4dr Crew Cab AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review I previously owned the 2007 version of this truck. When I purchased that truck in 2012 I paid 19K and I sold it for 10K (4 years later) after putting 65K miles on it. That is an amazingly low annual cost. I had absolutely no issues with the previous version. Needless to say, I put a lot of miles on my car and I wanted better gas mileage and something I knew would last me a long time so I looked at the new version. I also loved the versatility of the Ridgeline and the very good road manners. The improvements are perfect. I absolutely love the option to turn off a few cylinders and go into "eco" mode. I even got 30 MPG wile taking a road trip! My average over the first 2200 miles has been a very respectable 23 MPG. I love the technology and all the bells and whistles, which is why I opted for the Black Edition. So far, I have appreciated the lane departure and front collision warning, but I am still getting used to the beeping when I get close to things. One benefit of the beeping is that when someone walks in front of your car while you are stopped but looking the other way, you hear it! My kids have loved the Apple Carplay and completely taken over the music which sounds incredible in this truck. They also love the truck-bed audio system and controlling it from their phone through bluetooth. I thought I would miss the CD player, but I discovered that I can put a bunch of mp3 files on a memory stick and it will play it. My biggest compliment to this new version is the ride comfort and quality. Clearly Honda made very significant improvements to the sound dampening because it is very quiet in the cabin even at freeway speeds. Everything feels quicker and more nimble. The engine has lots of power especially when eco mode is off. I have not towed anything yet with this new one, but I did completely fill the bed and the interior and while the suspension felt a little softer, it was still very secure. The previous version was very solid towing (it felt like a full sized SUV towing) The headlights are amazing, I can see things clearly at night. I was also so amazed when the brights turned off automatically when I was driving on a country road at night and there was an oncoming car. Yes, the controls for the touchscreen take a little while to get used to, but I actually appreciated that some of the features and settings were limited to when I was not driving so as to not distract the driver. Now that I am used to them I appreciate them, but I do think a physical lever or button for sound would be nice beyond the steering wheel controls. I really like the red accents and lighting but in all honesty, I was disappointed that in this top of the line black edition the red lighting was only in the front seat-wells and door handles and there were none for the back seats. The interior has good quality and soft materials. I did notice that the access to the back seats through the doors is a little less on this new model. Not a big deal but getting bigger things into the back seat is a little more challenging. I really like the new exterior styling, very sleek. While not an overly rugged looking truck, it appeals to me because it looks sophisticated and at home in the city which is where I do the majority of my driving. I do not consider myself an off-roader but I did take this new truck out on the beach and tested out the "sand mode" and it performed with flying colors. My previous version was simply stunning in the snow so I expect the same with this generation. No deals to be had at the dealership, at least not yet while demand is high and inventory is low. I had to drive an hour and a half away to find a dealership with this one in stock. Overall, I believe that Honda took the best parts of the Ridgeline (ride quality, performance, versatility, features) and improved each one significantly. They also fixed my biggest complaint with the previous version (16 mpg average in mixed driving). I also fit the demographic Honda was targeting very well: mostly city driver, rarely tows/hauls/offroads but wants the versatility only a truck can provide while also wanting the comfort of an SUV. Bingo!

Used 2017 Honda Ridgeline listings and inventory: Shop Edmunds' used car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million pre-owned vehicles to find a cheap used and certified pre-owned (CPO) 2017 Honda Ridgelines for sale near Ashburn VA. There are currently 193 used and CPO 2017 Ridgelines listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as 28995 and mileage as low as 0. Simply research the type of used car, SUV, or truck you're interested in and then select a vehicle from our massive database to find cheap pre-owned vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a used vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the used 2017 Honda Ridgeline. Then select Edmunds' special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to 3083 on a used or CPO 2017 Ridgeline available from one of 2809 dealerships in your area.

Used 2017 Honda Ridgeline listings and inventory: Shop Edmunds' used car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million pre-owned vehicles to find a cheap used and certified pre-owned (CPO) 2017 Honda Ridgelines for sale near Ashburn VA. There are currently 193 used and CPO 2017 Ridgelines listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as 28995 and mileage as low as 0. Simply research the type of used car, SUV, or truck you're interested in and then select a vehicle from our massive database to find cheap pre-owned vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a used vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the used 2017 Honda Ridgeline. Then select Edmunds' special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to 3083 on a used or CPO 2017 Ridgeline available from one of 2809 dealerships in your area.

What's a good price on a used 2017 Honda Ridgeline ?

Save up to $300 on one of 30 used 2017 Honda Ridgelines for sale at dealerships within 25 miles of Ashburn, Virginia with prices as low as $28995 as of Feb 21, 2018, based on data from 18 dealers and 73 consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from 1 to 5 out of 5 stars.

Price comparisons for used 2017 Honda Ridgeline trim styles:

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL is priced around $32655 with average odometer reading of 14688 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RT is priced around $28995 with average odometer reading of 18281 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL-T is priced around $32741 with average odometer reading of 17459 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition is priced around $38003 with average odometer reading of 13991 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline Sport is priced around $32395 with average odometer reading of 16661 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTS is priced around $31325 with average odometer reading of 5137 miles.

The used 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E is priced around $38290 with average odometer reading of 11075 miles.

Shop with Edmunds for perks and special offers on used cars, trucks, and SUVs near Ashburn, Virginia. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them.